Is it normal to have violent intrusive thoughts?

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It started off kind of small in high school. Anytime I'd do something really dumb or embarrassing, I'd have the urge to slap myself across the face. Other people said that they've felt that way at one point or another. It slowly became more common, however. Now, it's escalated to the point where I'll be at work and multiple times throughout the night I'll have a strange and rather strong urge to just grab myself by the neck and throw myself onto the floor simply out of anger at or frustration with myself, usually over, I realize, very trivial things (though they don't feel trivial). It's also usually accompanied by an overwhelming sense of shame. Is this normal?

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  • riffraffy
    7 years ago

    Habit: Cue -> Routine -> Reward
    Remember something embarassing -> physical reaction -> endorphin rush from venting anxiety

    You can't change the Cue or Reward, but you can change the routine. Pay attention to the next time you get the sensation and try a different reaction. Habit will change in time.

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  • daisiesandcoffee
    7 years ago

    Yes, it is a very common form of OCD. Research OCD and see if anything else applies to you. If these thoughts become overwhelming or inhibit your ability to live a happy life, talk to a counselor or psychiatrist. The fact that they're intrusive shows that you do NOT want them. Don't worry, you're not crazy.

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  • creampawf
    7 years ago

    I get mad when I screw up or disappoint someone and throw something at my forehead ocassionally

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